Retail Store Manager

Location: Ahmedabad Employment Type: Full-Time About Us – Marcat Marcat is not just a supermarket — it’s a movement to modernize retail in Bharat. We are building a new-age franchise-first grocery ecosystem, designed to empower local entrepreneurs, bring structure to fragmented markets, and offer customers a dependable, value-driven shopping experience. Our Vision: To be the most trusted neighborhood grocery brand across India’s heartland — enabling kiranas and small retailers to thrive in the modern era. Our Mission: To simplify retail by giving store owners the tools, training, and systems needed to run profitable, organized, and customer-loved stores. We’re not here to compete with the giants — we’re here to build a better alternative. About the Role: Key Responsibilities: 🚀 Drive Store Sales & Profitability Own monthly revenue targets and push to exceed them Analyze daily sales, footfall, and customer behavior to drive growth Increase average basket size and boost customer loyalty 📦 Purchase & Inventory Management Ensure optimal stock levels and avoid both overstock and stockouts Maintain expiry tracking, category-wise rotation, and shelf availability Negotiate the best prices, margins, and payment terms with suppliers 🏢 B2B Channel Establishment Tap into institutional buyers: cafes, offices, hostels, and small businesses Build recurring revenue through bulk orders and subscription-like models Track and optimize B2B profitability and fulfillment 🧠 In-Store & Out-of-Store Marketing Run monthly in-store campaigns, festivals, and seasonal promotions Drive footfall through WhatsApp marketing, pamphlets, and local outreach Plan innovative customer engagement strategies like sampling or community stalls 🏘️ Society Activation & Local Branding Partner with nearby residential societies for group buying deals Conduct Sunday stalls, sampling drives, and referral activations Build your store’s local identity — make it the default grocery destination 👥 Hiring & Team Leadership Build and lead a reliable, honest, and efficient team Handle hiring, daily discipline, incentive structuring, and team morale Create a performance-driven but family-like culture Who We’re Looking For: A natural leader with entrepreneurial spirit Strong with numbers, vendor negotiation, and local market dynamics Comfortable with both on-ground execution and operational thinking Humble, hungry, and hands-on — you’ll be managing but also doing Prior retail, FMCG, or store experience preferred but not mandatory if you’re the right warrior This Role Is Not For You If: You prefer strategy over action You wait for instructions instead of taking charge You like sitting behind the desk You’re uncomfortable in a fast, scrappy, high-pressure environment This Role Is Perfect If: You want to run a store like it’s your startup — with freedom, accountability, and full ownership. Apply only if you're ready to go to war — and win.